Copal 229 Red Flip Clock Japan Space Age 70s Desk Alarm

Retro Copal Model 229 Flip Clock — Red, Japan, Space Age 1970s

Few objects capture the optimism of the Space Age quite like a Copal flip clock. This striking Model 229 in bold glossy red is a quintessential piece of 1970s Japanese design — its satisfying mechanical flip of numerals marking each passing minute with a quiet, rhythmic precision that digital displays have never quite replicated. Powered by a synchronous AC motor and featuring a 12-hour display with AM/PM indicator and alarm, the Copal 229 was a staple of the era’s forward-looking aesthetic, blending function with a sculptural, futuristic form.

A wonderful collector’s piece and a working conversation starter for any interior that appreciates the beauty of mid-century and Space Age design.